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We name this boat Richard Parry
Ahead of his final week as chief executive, volunteers and colleagues at oue base on the Grand Union’s Hatton lock flight surprised Richard Parry by naming a new workboat in his honour.
14 July 2025
We're asking for your help regarding canoe theft
We're saddened that, sometime between 29 June and 1 July, four canoes were stolen from the community garden at Ford Lane, Litherland, on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.
10 July 2025
Enjoy a great day out by the water this summer in London
We've published a free guide to ‘Places to Visit in London’, with maps, information about visitor facilities and free activities, and ways to get the most out of a visit to the canals and rivers.
8 July 2025
Maccessfield Canal reopens to boats following £350K repair to embankment
We've completed a major £350k project to repair and reopen the Macclesfield Canal, near Bosley Locks, following a breach in March.
8 July 2025
We've one a prestigious environment award
We've received a prestigious Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management award for our Unlocking Biodiversity project.
8 July 2025
Dry weather: navigation update
After the driest spring since 1893 and ongoing hot weather, parts of the canal network face water strain due to low river flows and falling reservoir levels.
8 July 2025
Canal charity launches fundraiser to help rebuild historic Tardebigge Top Lock
We're launching a crowdfunding campaign asking for donations towards essential restoration and conservation work at Tardebigge Top Lock.
27 June 2025
Collision damages historic Dimmingsdale canal bridge
Drivers urged to take care when crossing historic canal bridges
27 June 2025
Embankment piling work to begin at Wilstone Reservoir
We will begin installing 2,000 steel piles into a 200-year old reservoir’s embankments, as part of a 15-month programme of statutory works at Wilstone Reservoir, near Tring in Hertfordshire.
23 June 2025
Wrights Bridge reopens after major repairs
Working in partnership with Sandwell Council, we've reopened the 129-year-old Wrights Bridge after extensive repairs.
17 June 2025

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